Track Inspector - Dayton, TX

Accountability: Responsible for assisting in management of day-to-day activities involving track inspection and track maintenance / repair teams to ensure safe, efficient rail quality for all divisions within Railroad Company.  Interact with internal and external customers in support of achieving company goals.   

Responsibilities:

• Work in conjunction with the Track Supervisor to install and repair railroad track and complete other projects as needed. 


• Operate machinery in order to adequately inspect the track.


• Complete all required documentation.


• Promote a safe work environment.


• Railroad experience preferred.


• Perform tasks associated with track work including but not limited to: pulling and driving spikes, replacing ties, surfacing track, changing rail, bars, and other track apparatus.

Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience

• Prefer related work experience of at least 2 years involving track inspection, repair, and maintenance.


• Strong understanding of FRA rules and regulations required.


• Able to pass Railroad safety test and training.


• Can safely and efficiently operate power tools.


• Must have good communication skills and good employee relations.


• Should be multi-task oriented and possess good analytical skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to perform physical strenuous work


• Able to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch


• Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs


• Requires occasional use of 30 lb claw bar to remove spikes, requiring application of 50 lbs of force


• Requires occasional use of 10 lb sledge hammer to drive spikes, requiring application of 75 lbs of force


• Able to walk, climb, and maintain balance on equipment, stairs, ladders, uneven terrain, rails and ballast in a safe manner


• Able to navigate into confined spaces if necessary

Environmental Conditions: Performs some duties in job-site environments, in and around moving locomotives, railcars, vehicles and equipment. Frequent exposure to weather elements; and appropriate PPE required for job site visits.

Major or Unusual Problems: 24/7 availability required. Maintenance of teamwork within track inspection and maintenance / repair operations and with company and corporate groups.  Achieving timely and expedited service to RJC divisions, often in situations beyond the control of the switching or shortline operation.   

Benefits: R. J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC is committed to providing its full-time employees and their families with quality benefits.

R. J. Corman offers the following:

Full-Time Team Members:  

• Railroad Retirement Benefits


• Immediate Eligibility Starting Day One of Employment:




• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance


• PTO (Paid Time Off) Accrual


• 8 Paid Holidays Per Year




• Veteran’s Day is a Paid Holiday for US Veterans




• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance


• Voluntary Short and Long-Term Disability


• Voluntary Accident Insurance




• FSA and HSA Options


• 401K Employer Match


• Paid Maternity Leave


• Group Life Insurance

All Team Members:  

• 401K Retirement Savings Plan


• Referral Bonuses


• Employee Discounts from Various Suppliers


• Employee Assistance Program


• Annual Boot Voucher


• Company Provided PPE


• Prescription Safety Glasses Allowance

R. J. Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that is committed to a safe and drug-free workplace. R. J. Corman performs pre-employment criminal background checks and substance abuse testing, which includes a urine drug test to detect the presence of illegal drugs. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping R. J. Corman a safe and drug-free company.